Dates
Apr 22, 2016
Jun 07, 2016
Irving Rafe Vines began the journey of his miracle life on April 22, 2016. He lived surrounded by the incredible NICU doctors, nurses, techs, and therapists of Methodist Children's Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. We were blessed by his sweet little smiles, his beautiful big eyes, and the strength of his fight until his triumphant entry through Heaven's gate on June 7, 2016. Just three days earlier, the family had the privilege of dedicating to God both Irving and big sister, Katriel in a ceremony in the NICU. It was an amazing time for parents, grandparents and several hospital staff to pray and bind together under God and to join the newly named godmother, Aunt Melissa, in agreeing to always guide the children in a biblical way.
Irving enjoyed having visitors and would often find a cute way to acknowledge their presence. He loved to listen to praise songs, look at colorful picture books, and have his hair combed.
Though he lived only a little over 6 weeks, Irving's life overflowed with God's power and with love from so many. His family received numerous daily encouragements, prayers, and gifts evidencing God's love and comfort. Irving displayed God's Might as he amazed the medical staff battling through an intestinal surgery at 3 days old, Ebstein's heart anamoly, and complications from a birth that was more than two months early. Every day with Irving Rafe was a blessing; even his nurses would volunteer for extra shifts to be able to be with him. Though we cannot understand how someone so young could affect so many, we are sure that God is continuing to use his life and trials to bring others to know Christ better. Irving's family feels both honored and humbled that God allowed them to know him, even for this short time.
Irving has joined his grandfather, Buddy Vines, and many of his great grandparents gathering around the throne in Glory. Survivors include his parents, Matt and Rita Marie Vines; sister, Katriel Vines; half-siblings, Nathaniel, Briana, and Hannah Vines; grandparents, Martin and Rita Hernandez, and Alice Vines-Crowe and Don Crowe; great grandmothers Asusana Caldera and Betty Stewart; aunts, Melissa "Missa" Vines and Katrina Hernandez; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Non-profit organizations that were significant to Irving's life are West Texas Rehabilitation Center, Building Bridges of Hospice of San Angelo, Threads of Love, and Ambleside School of San Angelo.
Funeral services will be held to celebrate Irving's life on Monday, June 13, 2016 at 10 AM at Glen Meadows Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.
"In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." 1 Thess 5:18. Thank You, Lord, for caring so much for our son, Irving. Thank You for taking him to Your side. Thank You for letting us hold him, though we would have wanted him much longer, we know Your timing and Your Plan is absolutely perfect. We love you, Lord.
Irving enjoyed having visitors and would often find a cute way to acknowledge their presence. He loved to listen to praise songs, look at colorful picture books, and have his hair combed.
Though he lived only a little over 6 weeks, Irving's life overflowed with God's power and with love from so many. His family received numerous daily encouragements, prayers, and gifts evidencing God's love and comfort. Irving displayed God's Might as he amazed the medical staff battling through an intestinal surgery at 3 days old, Ebstein's heart anamoly, and complications from a birth that was more than two months early. Every day with Irving Rafe was a blessing; even his nurses would volunteer for extra shifts to be able to be with him. Though we cannot understand how someone so young could affect so many, we are sure that God is continuing to use his life and trials to bring others to know Christ better. Irving's family feels both honored and humbled that God allowed them to know him, even for this short time.
Irving has joined his grandfather, Buddy Vines, and many of his great grandparents gathering around the throne in Glory. Survivors include his parents, Matt and Rita Marie Vines; sister, Katriel Vines; half-siblings, Nathaniel, Briana, and Hannah Vines; grandparents, Martin and Rita Hernandez, and Alice Vines-Crowe and Don Crowe; great grandmothers Asusana Caldera and Betty Stewart; aunts, Melissa "Missa" Vines and Katrina Hernandez; as well as a host of other relatives and friends.
Non-profit organizations that were significant to Irving's life are West Texas Rehabilitation Center, Building Bridges of Hospice of San Angelo, Threads of Love, and Ambleside School of San Angelo.
Funeral services will be held to celebrate Irving's life on Monday, June 13, 2016 at 10 AM at Glen Meadows Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.
"In everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you." 1 Thess 5:18. Thank You, Lord, for caring so much for our son, Irving. Thank You for taking him to Your side. Thank You for letting us hold him, though we would have wanted him much longer, we know Your timing and Your Plan is absolutely perfect. We love you, Lord.